Guichos Eatery

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Jeanilee S.

Came here to order lasagna and a meatball sub but ended up getting ravioli and a meatball sub. They didn't have lasagna that day. Honestly didn't care for the food much. The ravioli sauce was extra watery and just didn't taste all that great to me. I was bored of the meatball sub after a few bites. The only thing I really liked was the garlic bread. I wish the piece I got wasn't so tiny though, I could probably eat an entire loaf of it. As another reviewer has mentioned, they need better containers for their food, especially since the place is geared more for takeout. The ravioli sauce started seeping through the container.

Michelle N.

Yum!! This is my 2nd time here, 1st time at this location. Ive tried the other location and both times I've gotten the jumbo mushroom ravioli. It is absolutely delicious, super strong in mushroom flavor, but obviously! It's creamy and filling. The meatball at this location, wasn't as soft as the other. Their bread is good as usual. We also got the fusili with pesto, it was good in the beginning but it did get watered down near the end. Service is very good and nice, they are fairly quick too!

Kathy L.

I love their food here. It always comes out hot and it's very fresh. I tried the tortellini today and it was really good, especially with the garlic bread. I also enjoy the fusilli it's unique with a chicken broth.

Love guichos! The food is great. Been a loyal customer for many years. However, the service over the phone and in person isn't pleasant. The people working seem to have a very passive aggressive demeanor to customers and it honestly makes the experience not enjoyable. As a person that's worked in the food industry I feel like customer service is very important.

Elly A.

We came for lunch, the food was fresh, the salad was sooooo goood, my girlfriend had the pasta with salmon she loved it and everyone are so nice and friendly

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Houser S.

Found this place by accident. The outside indicates small take out place but the inside is very large and stainless steal looking. Over the top friendly staff, they seem like all friend of a high school dance squad, all really nice. I walked and ordered and while waiting, I noticed people coming in to pick up their phone orders.... All men, so am thinking this food has got to be great Italian and no lie, the food was exceptional! I ordered a Caesar salad, and jumbo ravioli, it comes with bread. The bread was perfect. The ravioli had a mushroom sauce, super tasty, the pasta was aldente so no mushiness from sitting. Your order is made to order. Special mention to the choice of to go napkins, luxurious and very nice for to go food! I will definitely be back and highly recommend this food, it's fabuloso! Salute!

Kathryn S.

Called in my order for a Meatball sandwich. Definitely a must try! Meatballs tasted great. A lot of flavor. Solid 8/10 and the side of marinara sauce was a plus. Ready in 10min. The service was quick and very polite.

Gregg G.

Best meatball sandwich in OC!! Hands down the best. I know I should try other menu items but I just can't get past this sandwich.

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Dana S.

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Food was just ok. The marinara was very oily as can be seen in the photo. Also the pasta wasn't drained well and watered down the sauce once I stirred everything up. Portion size was good, we got carry out, with tax, lunch was about $20. Meatballs were good but a little tough. The garlic bread is to die for. Will try this again but was let down this first visit. More like a to-go cafe, they do have a few tables inside but it doesn't feel very warm or inviting. Assuming they do mostly Catering. Parking lot was fine with plenty of options around lunchtime. Easy in/out access. read more

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UPDATE: I've been a local customer since it was just a tiny TO GO place next to 7-11. Food quality and taste have slowly declined over the last few years, and wait time is still an issue. Maybe it's the North SC location, since I haven't tried the OG one in such a long time! Tonight's dinner was 2/5: soupy sauce, pasta tender, bland taste. Like the bread though. Think Guicho needs to get his hands back in the cooking phase and UPDATE sauces, etc. Guess I'll try the OG location for the last time? read more

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Renee C.

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Pretty skimpy for a $13 veggie sandwich. It taste good, but not worth it. Add in the long wait. And I just don't think I'll be back. read more

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Jeanilee S.

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Came here to order lasagna and a meatball sub but ended up getting ravioli and a meatball sub. They didn't have lasagna that day. Honestly didn't care for the food much. The ravioli sauce was extra watery and just didn't taste all that great to me. I was bored of the meatball sub after a few bites. The only thing I really liked was the garlic bread. I wish the piece I got wasn't so tiny though, I could probably eat an entire loaf of it. As another reviewer has mentioned, they need better containers for their food, especially since the place is geared more for takeout. The ravioli sauce started seeping through the container. read more

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Michelle N.

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Yum!! This is my 2nd time here, 1st time at this location. Ive tried the other location and both times I've gotten the jumbo mushroom ravioli. It is absolutely delicious, super strong in mushroom flavor, but obviously! It's creamy and filling. The meatball at this location, wasn't as soft as the other. Their bread is good as usual. We also got the fusili with pesto, it was good in the beginning but it did get watered down near the end. Service is very good and nice, they are fairly quick too! read more

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Tye R.

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It's great food and walking distance from my home. Never had a complaint. Price is a little high and generally advise call ahead of getting there so food ready and if they're swamped you don't wait forever. read more

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Kathy L.

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I love their food here. It always comes out hot and it's very fresh. I tried the tortellini today and it was really good, especially with the garlic bread. I also enjoy the fusilli it's unique with a chicken broth. read more

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Rumany P.

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The fusilli special and the filet are still top notch! Had to lower a star as we tried a few other dishes that were okay but not great: The spaghetti has gotten a little more bland and it's sad when you order two dishes and only receive one piece of garlic bread. The regular fusilli is completely different than the special. While the special is packed with five star flavor, the regular is watery and not good. Advice: get the fusilli special! read more

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Gigi S.

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Sitting here eating an Italian sub with my daughter which is delicious! I will be back when I'm in San Clemente. The bread taste homemade! Everyone on staff seems very happy. read more

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Sofia P.

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Love guichos! The food is great. Been a loyal customer for many years. However, the service over the phone and in person isn't pleasant. The people working seem to have a very passive aggressive demeanor to customers and it honestly makes the experience not enjoyable. As a person that's worked in the food industry I feel like customer service is very important. read more

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Manuel R.

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Local spot, that makes their own bread. So the meatball sub is my go to. Shrimp Salad is another favorite. The gang of girls take care of you and the cooks in the beanies pump out the food. read more

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Jeff S.

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You can come here and eat, but most people just order in and pick up. Our spot is the North San Clemente one. The staff is always friendly and quick to please, and while it takes usually 25-35 minutes to get your order, the food is always worth it. Consistently tasty and generous portions. I'll second that comment from another yelper about the staff looking like they're from a dance squad-it's like San Clemente High works here. Our favorites here are the pasta dishes, the vegetarian eggplant sandwich which also has spinach and zucchini, and the tiramisu. Always on point and tasty-only complaint is that there is sometimes a whole lotta pasta for the amount of protein/sauce they add, so they could adjust those proportions just a bit. read more

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Elly A.

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We came for lunch, the food was fresh, the salad was sooooo goood, my girlfriend had the pasta with salmon she loved it and everyone are so nice and friendly read more

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Houser S.

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Found this place by accident. The outside indicates small take out place but the inside is very large and stainless steal looking. Over the top friendly staff, they seem like all friend of a high school dance squad, all really nice. I walked and ordered and while waiting, I noticed people coming in to pick up their phone orders.... All men, so am thinking this food has got to be great Italian and no lie, the food was exceptional! I ordered a Caesar salad, and jumbo ravioli, it comes with bread. The bread was perfect. The ravioli had a mushroom sauce, super tasty, the pasta was aldente so no mushiness from sitting. Your order is made to order. Special mention to the choice of to go napkins, luxurious and very nice for to go food! I will definitely be back and highly recommend this food, it's fabuloso! Salute! read more

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Ricardo S.

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Fusilli special is delicious. Same for the filet mignon. Service is slow, typically 40 mins after ordering, but worth the wait.

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Tia B.

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I really love their salads! But the pasta and sandwiches are great, too! Very delicious and healthy!

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Kathryn S.

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Called in my order for a Meatball sandwich. Definitely a must try! Meatballs tasted great. A lot of flavor. Solid 8/10 and the side of marinara sauce was a plus. Ready in 10min. The service was quick and very polite. read more

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Matthew M.

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If you are looking for fast casual Italian food this is the place. Over the years I've ordered pretty much everything on the menu, and it's all good with a few standouts. The Italian Sausage sandwich in otherworldly. The chicken marsala is spectacular. Come here, you won't be sorry. read more

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joey v.

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The food is good but every time I walk in they tell me the wait is 40 minutes. Also I wanted to speak to the manager/owner once about considering different to go containers because i was burned by hot food due to the flimsy cardboard containers they use. He never called me back, consequently I haven't gone back in a long time now. read more

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Rhoda S.

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Huge portions and friendly staff. I wish they had more indoor seating. A favorite place for To Go meals.

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Gregg G.

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Best meatball sandwich in OC!! Hands down the best. I know I should try other menu items but I just can't get past this sandwich. read more

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Jeffrey S.

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Love this place. However picked up an order 2 weeks ago and one of the dishes leaked EVERYWHERE. All over the other dishes, our kitchen, seat of the car. Accidents happen. All good. Called up and Guicho's immediately offered refund for the meal. Appreciated them proactively coming up with a solution before even finished explaining what happened. They asked me to text photos to the owner which promptly did. Heard nothing. Called back a few days later. The woman who answered was appropriately horrified. She took our info and said the other owner would definitely address it. Heard nothing from the other owner either. Called again late last week and same woman super duper promised the owner would contact me and process the refund they proactively offered to 3 times. Still nothing. At this stage stuck having to leave a lukewarm review and initiate a charge dispute on my credit card. A crappy approach that really prefer not to do. But out of other options at this point. So here we are. The food here really is delicious and had looked forward to enjoying it. Would love to again in the future. read more

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Hillary T.

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This is a casual Italian joint that serves pasta and has a full bar. They probably have more on the menu, but every time I come I always order the Farfalle. The photo of the Farfalle is attached in this review. The dish contains sundried tomatoes, chicken, bow tie shaped pasta, fresh oregano, green onions, garlic, and chicken stock. The main star of this dish is the amount of chicken they put in. There was chicken in every bite and the chicken stock makes it feel as if you're eating chicken soup, but in an Italian way. The service is great here. We get complimentary bread. The food is fresh since they take about 15-20 minutes to make my dish after ordering. I recommend coming here if you are looking for delicious Italian eats without the wine snobs! read more

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Tracy K.

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Tried to get a delicious lunch but was rudely confronted when walking in. It was about the time that they were gonna open and there was an open door that I walked through. The staff said they didn't open for two minutes and I felt immediately uncomfortable. It was rude and unwelcoming. I was confused at seeing four people stand around and being shunned out the door. I decided to go somewhere else to eat. It's unfortunate because they really have good food. But that level of customer service is low end. read more

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Denise M.

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Great food, great service! The young girls that work at the register are very friendly and quick. They offer gluten free pasta and salads are delicious! read more

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Leslie D.

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We both ordered pasta dishes which were supposed to have sauces. Dish came in a box full of hot water. Daughter burned her hand trying to manipulate it. This isn't sauce, it's just pasta in a watery liquid. read more

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Heather R.

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I always get the turkey sandwich. Been getting it for years and years. Love this place for takeout.

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Bella L.

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I ordered the Tagliatelle at the Guichos Camino de Estrella. It was not the best. it was really salty and the Salmon seemed more like it was Lox. I expected better. I was only able to eat a bit about 4 bites of the Pasta but even then it was still salty because of the salmon or whatever it was. read more

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Mark H.

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When I placed my order on the phone they said it would be 20 minutes I got there right on time and they said it will be a few more minutes they took my credit card and I paid for it, I ended up waiting another 35 minutes and my food was cold. Meaning it was sitting some where in the back. They hire kids to work there who are rude, not friendly, not helpful. The next day I called to complain and the supposed manager I spoke to just laughed at me. Not to mention it went up in price and the portions are smaller. Not worth it. read more

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Heather D.

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Been coming here for a while now and consistently great! The Fusilli Special is always my go to. Tonight I tried the Jumbo Ricotta Cheese Ravioli and it was SO good. The white wine sauce was delicious! I'd definitely order again. read more

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Nani V.

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Great service and fresh delicious food for a great price! I came here for lunch and I got the Mediterranean salad with chicken and it was so good! The garlic bread that came with it was so delicious too! The prices are pretty good for what you get and the portion was good sized! There are only a few tables inside to eat at with a few outside but I think this is more of an order to-go type of place. Overall I highly recommend this place and will definitely be coming back again soon! read more

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Sharon G.

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We get takeout from Guicho's about once a week and are always satisfied with the portions and how hot it is when we get home.

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Amie M.

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Service was great, food amazingly fresh with quality ingredients. I had the steak sandwich and my husband had the meatball sandwich both excellent! We will be returning soon! read more

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Christine E.

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Had the best meal and service today. Stopped in for a snack as it was right before they closed for their break between lunch and dinner. They were totally ok letting me order 10 minutes before they closed. Shaded a sausage sandwhich with my mom, plus two generous pours of wine. The complimentary garlic bread was a nice touch too. Definitely recommend this place. read more

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Dexter C.

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Plenty of parking. Great spot, first time visitor. Was impressed with the options. Food had great flavor, many options to pick from, staff was nice and friendly. read more

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North has gone downhill . Everything is very watery and tasteless. Customer service has gone way down too. Used to love this location. Not sure what happened. read more

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Lynn R.

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Their fettuccine with shrimp and mushrooms in a delicate sherry Alfredo sauce is delicious. What an amazing little local gem of a place. It is great for takeout. read more

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Pregnant woman beware!!! Yesterday, my pregnant sister and I went to Guicho's Eatery (next to Sprouts in South Orange County) for dinner. We shared the Shrimp Alfredo and Meatball Marinara. Unfortunately, a few hours later, we both became very sick -- which was especially scary with my sister being pregnant. I called the restaurant today to let them know, hoping they might at least check the food or kitchen. The girl who answered was polite but just said their kitchen is "super clean" and that it must have been something else we ate. There was no offer to look into it further or even refund the meal. I know these things happen sometimes, but it left us feeling a little dismissed -- especially since pregnant women have to be extra careful with foodborne illness. For those who don't know, the Orange County Health Care Agency does take reports of suspected foodborne illness so they can keep other families safe. read more

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Rude staff. Arrived there today , door was open. We got rudely spoken to that they did not open for 2 MINUTES and had to wait outside. Sorry- love your food but when there is no employee genuine and nice to greet paying customers, we will find something else to eat. read more

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Nicole O.

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Family favorite. We love this place. Food is so consistently delicious. The chopped salad has been a family favorite forever. The shrimp salad is also a favorite of mine, Lemon dressing is delicious as well as their sun dried tomatoes in that. Try the Meatball sub, the seafood linguini, fettuccini with shrimp, sausage fusilli. Anything with the delicious marinara sauce... Basically, the entire menu is great. You won't be disappointed grabbing lunch or dinner here! read more

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440 Camino De Estrella
San Clemente, CA 92672
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(949) 248-1910
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What time does Guichos Eatery open?

Guichos Eatery opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Guichos Eatery opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Guichos Eatery close?

Guichos Eatery closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Guichos Eatery closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Guichos Eatery is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PMSun Closed

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Does Guichos Eatery take credit cards?

Yes, Guichos Eatery takes credit cards.

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Does Guichos Eatery have catering options?

Yes, Guichos Eatery does have catering options.

Does Guichos Eatery serve alcohol?

Yes, Guichos Eatery serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

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Does Guichos Eatery have TVs?

Yes, Guichos Eatery has TVs.

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Does Guichos Eatery have bike parking?

Yes, Guichos Eatery has bike parking.

Does Guichos Eatery have parking?

Yes, Guichos Eatery has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does Guichos Eatery have free WiFi?

No, Guichos Eatery does not have free WiFi.

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We specialize in Gourmet Italian Take Out. Fresh pastas, salads and sandwiches all made to order. We use only the freshest and highest quality ingredients available. Once you decide on your selections, call the location nearest you!!

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Crivello's Italian Bistro

First of all, this is my favorite Italian restaurant. Their Caesar salad is cravable! My favorite…read morething to order is the beef ravioli with marinara sauce. Omg its divine. Plus I love sitting outside with a glass of wine. All in all I love this restaurant!

Crivello's Ristorante has been sitting there in that parking lot for years, handsome bar, inviting…read morepatio, one of those places you keep meaning to try and somehow never do. Wednesday night, dead quiet. Most of San Juan was a few blocks away at the concert, leaving us with the rare luxury of a peaceful patio and a little breathing room. We found a beautiful bottle of Italian wine, listened carefully to the specials like civilized adults pretending not to already know what we wanted, and split a Caesar to start, solid, classic, no nonsense. Then came the real business. Sylvia went with shrimp and angel hair. The shrimp? Perfectly cooked. That elusive sweet spot so many kitchens miss by a mile. Not rubbery, not underdone. Just right. I went for the Osso Buco, boldly promised to rival my grandmother's. Dangerous claim. But they backed it up. Deep, rich, slow-cooked soul food, the kind of dish that tastes like somebody's been standing over it all day, caring. They even brought the marrow spoon, which tells you everything you need to know about intent. Food? Five stars. Wine? Five stars. If I'd tweak anything, it's the details. The waiter and bartender were both in oversized black T-shirts with the logo. Functional, sure, but swap those for black collared shirts and the room instantly feels more polished. The patio could use a little love too. Nothing dramatic. Just tighten it up. Because in this business, especially now, the margins between good and unforgettable are razor thin. Crivello's already has the hard part nailed. A little sharper presentation, and they're dangerous.

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Gibroni's Pizza

Family-owned & operated

Sports on TV

Everything was so tasty and fresh, and the service was wonderful. We drove down from Los Angeles to…read moremeet my daughter who lives in San Clemente. We celebrated my nieces graduation from Cal State Santa Cruz. It was a family gathering with everyone having different tastes, we were happy with their meals, and my POG drink from the bar was delicious. The FIFA World Cup was an added bonus .

I've been back to Gibroni's a couple times now. The food here is so delicious and fresh. Our…read morefavorite pizzas to order is usually the Fun Guys and Buffalo Chicken. You also cannot skip out on the honey siracha chicken wings!! The service is also good; you can order at the counter and they'll give you a number and bring the food out to you. -1 star though because it's pretty much a sports bar and the live music can be a bit loud sometimes where I can't even hear myself talk, but that's just my preference. I will still choose to dine in because the vibes are just immaculate, but it does get busy sometimes and may be hard to find seating. Overall, my favorite place to get pizza in orange county so far :)

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Gibroni's Detroit-Style Pizzas: The Cabana

From the D Pizza (pepperoni pizza) Detroit AF cocktail Enjoyed on the patio Detroit style pizza Signature Cocktails

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Gibroni's Salads: Opa! Greek Village Salad

Vine Restaurant & Bar

What a wonderful restaurant. Amazing food. Went with my…read morewife to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The service was outstanding. They comp us a delicious cauliflower appetizer and delicious oatmeal cookie ice cream desert. My wife had the huge 22 Oz 45 day aged ribeye stesk which was the best. Portion size and flavored far exceeded anything the big name steak houses put out. One of the best ever. Mac n Cheese was delicious. I had a delicious moist flavorful halibut. The vegetables that accompanied the meals were perfect. The waitress was awesome with her kindness and thoughtfulness. The entire staff wished us a Happy anniversary. A very memorable meal and sure to return.

My parents and my boyfriend and I went there for the first time to celebrate my birthday. Adam was…read morean excellent server and very knowledgeable about the menu! So many great choices...We had the scallops and gnocchi appetizer and the 45-day 22 oz ribeye steak (my bf and I split it). There was a split fee but not a big fee. The food was fantastic and paired well with the wine I brought for the occasion (there was a small corkage fee). Ambiance was great! The bar seemed to be the happening place! We ended up sitting at a booth in the restaurant area. Would definitely go again! Wish they were open for lunch.

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Nick's San Clemente

Our waiter Matt was outstanding and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and…read morehappy. I went there for my anniversary and he made it feel so special. He was so accommodating to my boyfriend's dairy sensitivity also! Thank you Matt for being so awesome! Our food was also amazing. Highly recommend. We will be back.

Had The Local Market Salad. Yum! Then ordered the Cha Cha Rigatoni and the Chicken Piccata. Both…read morewere good! Chiara was very helpful and nice! She checked when it came to checking. Definitely awesome! The place itself, as is most Nicks is good! San Clemente Nicks is roomier than Laguna Beach. Overall, yes, we come back here most times!!

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Asada Cantina + Kitchen

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

This review for Asada is long overdue. I really love their food and cocktails here (especially the…read moreMexican Candy!) and while I've had some things that weren't my favorite, everything I've tried has been delicious. One of my favorite appetizers here are their bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers served with a blackberry jam and pickled onions...I get this pretty much every time. Lately I've been coming on Tuesdays to take advantage of their all-day Happy Hour, which is one of the best in town. Crispy carnitas tacos and the hibiscus margaritas are my go-to's, and the fresh chips and salsa served gratis are always delicious and hot. I wanted to take a moment to shout out their fantastic team of servers and bussers especially. Luna, Lindsay and Cesar have all been exceptional servers; their knowledge of the menu and their genuine kindness makes our visits that much more memorable. I don't often catch the name of the bussers, but they are extremely good at what they do. There's a few restaurants in town that hire staff and don't seem to train them well, so they struggle and it's apparent... but that's not the case here at Asada, where everyone is professional and really go above and beyond. It's easy to see how well their service flows (although the host stand could benefit from having people who are more outgoing; they seem to have timid people up there a lot, and it can be awkward when they're too timid to properly greet guests--just something I've noticed, having worked in restaurants before I tend to be hyper-aware of such things). My favorite section to get seated is the booths near the back which tend to be quieter, and also offer a nice view of the sky during the sunset and evening hours especially.

As a Mexican American, I naturally gravitate toward bold, authentic flavors, so that's the…read moreperspective I'm reviewing from. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back. I ordered the torta sandwich, and it was delicious. The asada was incredibly tender, flavorful, and really hit the spot. My wife ordered the quesabirria, which was very enjoyable, though we felt the consommé could have used a bit more seasoning and depth of flavor. My mother-in-law had the molcajete, and the portion size was generous. The meats were tasty, and the dish was satisfying overall, but we all agreed it could have benefited from a little more spice to really bring everything together. I understand the restaurant may cater to a broader audience and not necessarily those who prefer traditional Mexican levels of spice, but I think offering a bit more heat--or even a house salsa with extra kick--would elevate the experience even more for those who enjoy bolder flavors. Overall, the food was fresh, the portions were great, and we left happy. I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try, and I'll be coming back to explore more of the menu!

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Smoked pineapple & watermelon crush

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Crab & Shrimp Ceviche

Rare Society

Delicious food and AGM Josh went out of his way to make our Anniversary special. Thanks Josh!read more

We came here for a friends 40th bday and we were not disappointed…read more We had a group of 8, and normally I loathe large group dinners, but this was executed perfectly. Each server has multiple helpers, so it really makes the whole experience lovely. We had all the things. The steak board, the seafood, the starters, the salads. Each one was prepared in a really nice way. We didn't have one thing that wasn't truly spectacular. The sommelier was cool and friendly and approachable. The staff wasn't stuffy or pretentious. They were all just helpful. The setting is gorgeous. Very modern with mid-century touches everywhere. This is a great place for a date, for a nice night out, for an occasion worth celebrating.

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South of Nick's

This place is the full package, great food, impeccable service and an incredible selection of high…read moreend tequila.

This is my go to place for special occasions. It has a…read moregreat menu and delicious cocktails! I recommend this place to everyone that comes to visit!

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Check In Here Reservations Highly Recommended

Filet salad

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Get the mezcal with smoked pineapple cocktail. It's so drinkable

Coastal Cowboy

We moved to SC in early May and have been wanting to try Coastal Cowboy ever since. No seed oils…read moreand garbage in their food, our kind of food. The first move is you walk in and order at the counter, the line moves quickly and the girl who took our order was very knowledgeable and friendly. You can tell these employees are trained well. They give you a number and you grab a table. We were there on a Saturday night at 6:45 and we had no problems getting a table. Pro tip: Order beers & appetizers at the counter and then hang and have a couple of drinks and order dinner with your waitress. The food: Tallow Fries - Must order, the best fries you'll ever have. With the homemade ketchup good lawd! We got 2 baskets for 4 of us. We should have gotten 3 baskets. Coastal smash - 2 Pattie's, no seed oil sauce, pickles, onions, cheese on a fabulous brioche style bun. My wife LOVED this. Brisket tacos - An absolute winner. Smokey, salty, tangy, plenty of umami with cilantro and pickled onions. Fire! The only thing i would have loved was some sort of salsa. Maybe there was and I missed it. Caesar salad wrap chicken - this was a sleeper hit. My daughter is a Caesar salad conissuer and this was right up her ally. And with avocado oil Caesar dressing, no garbage! Comeon. Grilled fish tacos - very fresh and good. I think there was a sauce but these were dry. It needed more sauce and some salsa. Mind you the quality was there, so I had no problem eating them. But they were a bit bland honestly. 10/10 friendly service 10/10 easability if ordering and seating. 9/10 Food This will become one of our favorite family spots no doubt. Thank you Coastal Cowboy for caring enough to be seed oil free and health conscious with your cuisine.

Great menu and very clean place. Looks new. Ordering at the counter isn't my thing and then…read moreasking for a tip. Ugggg. I don't mind tipping servers however ordering at the counter isn't service. Cool that you can eat at the counter but still having to order in a line rather than a server. Restroom very clean! That's a huge plus. Pricey place however what do you expect from a tourist place. Ahhh. Restroom so clean I had to leave a gift Food was very tasty . Got fish n chips and a side of rice. The rice was A+. Fish and tarter was very good. . Why not give five stars. Well. Service for a 22 buck 2 piece fish n chips could use some help.

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Seasurf Fish

Take out service was friendly and fast First time I have…read morebeen here. and ordered the tuna bowl. It was great and the place was doing a lively business. I will be back soon and eat in. Nice atmosphere inside and out, extensive menu and good local beer selection

Fantastic seafood spot with fresh fish, crisp and flavorful fish & chips, and salads made with…read morequality ingredients. The portions were generous, the service was friendly, and everything tasted fresh and perfectly prepared.

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Prepped and ready for pick up orders

Poke Nachos and a cold beer for the win!

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Motif is the best!

The Bagel Shack

Great bagels 100%…read more But someone tell me why there was a 6 inch long black hair inside of my bagel? Not on or under but quite literally inside the dough itself. very odd.

We got recommendations from two different people that this was the best local spot for breakfast -…read moreand it was great! We tried about 6 different bagel between all of us and they were all great! They have a very good selection of fresh home made bagels. They have good toppings. They had a full breakfast menu also, but we just did delicious Bagels.

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Tiffany D.

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1 year ago

This is my first time having Guichos and per everyone's recommendation I ordered the special fusilli. The description says it is a tomato cream sauce and even in everyone's photos it's a tomato cream sauce. I ordered the special fusilli and added shrimp. Seems easy enough but what I received was a soupy water mess and not tomato cream sauce! It was this mushroom water because they probably forgot to put the essential part of the dish which is the sauce! How can you forget sauce in a pasta?? They just threw it in the box and didn't think that it's suspicious how it's not saucy or red or creamy? This was very disappointing and I'm just having noodle soup instead of the pasta I ordered. Very disappointed especially since I ordered it right when they opened. read more

Anne C.

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15 years ago

Ate there last night. This is the 2ND. location in San Clemente. Everything was great. The employees are very helpful. I had The 3 cheese ravioli. My husband had the sausage sandwich. Both were delicious. The sauce on the ravioli is to die for. Everything was made to order and very fresh. The garlic bread served with the ravioli was excellent. I probably could have eaten a loaf. We brought a bottle of wine with us to enjoy with dinner. I have heard the deserts are excellent but they ran out. I guess a lot of others have heard the same thing. I ordered their soup of the day to take home for today. Had some for lunch and will have the rest for dinner. Yummy read more

Bailey D.

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2 years ago

Guicho's Italian restaurant offers a tempting menu with flavorful dishes and a cozy setting. However, the dining experience was tainted by the owner's behavior. She spent the evening in the corner, yelling at her staff and making the atmosphere uncomfortable for customers. It was distressing to witness her use a derogatory term towards a kind employee who seemed helpless. To make matters worse, the owner had a noticeable unpleasant odor that further spoiled the experience. Although the food was quite good, it's disappointing that my money supports someone who mistreats her employees and detracts from what could have been a wonderful meal. read more

Enrique R.

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10 years ago

Love places like Guichos. They are family owned and it shows in the quality of their food. They have some yummy italian specialties. We like their tortellini and sandwiches. The creme brulee is really good too. read more

Jack B.

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3 years ago

Absolute garbage place with a horrendous owner. As a far-leftist he has exceptionally low IQ and doesn't care at all about customers. The food leaks through the bags and this place should be completely avoided. read more

Austin F.

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10 years ago

Food was delicious. However the blonde headed girl working the counter was a complete stuck up B****. Idc how good your food is, I'm not paying someone who treats their customers like shit. Won't be back read more

Mimi T.

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13 years ago

The shrimp linguine is probably their best dish. I also love the grilled shrimp salad. Great place to stop by for healthy italian in Capo Beach. read more